Sandra Davidson Estate & Letting Agents In Gidea Park

Ardleigh Green Infant & Junior Schools are rated outstanding by Ofsted, Gidea Park Primary School and Squirrels Heath Infant & Junior School are rated Good. Gidea Park also has two independent preparatory schools, St Mary’s Hare Park School and Gidea Park Preparatory.

The nearest secondary schools to Gidea Park are The Royal Liberty School (boys, 11-16) and The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls (girls, 11-18). There are several other secondary schools in Romford and Hornchurch serving Gidea Park families. Take a look here to find more schools in the local area.

By train… 

Gidea Park residents benefit from their own train station, which is on the Elizabeth Line. 14 trains per hour run from Gidea Park to Liverpool Street at peak times with a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Eventually, the Elizabeth Line project will be extended beyond Liverpool Street to Paddington and onwards to Reading and Heathrow Airport.

By bus… 

Gidea Park is served by several London bus routes linking Gidea Park to Romford, Hornchurch and Upminster. No buses go directly into central London.

By road… 

Gidea Park is well placed for easy access to the M25. It is just south of Gallows Corner, the junction of the A12 and A127, which join the M25 at junctions 28 and 29, respectively.

Gidea Park has a wonderful high street with a wide variety of independent restaurants, retailers and historic pubs. Gidea Park residents head to nearby Romford for more major retail outlets and supermarkets. Romford also has a renowned weekly market held on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, hosting over 150 traders.

• The Liberty Romford: An excellent place both to shop and eat – includes the likes of Boots, H&M, Holland & Barret as well as numerous coffee shops and cafes (Black Sheep Coffee & Pret) as well as a Sushi bar and Mexican restaurant.
• The Brewery Shopping Centre: Another major shopping destination right near Gidea Park – including Home Sense, Nuffield Health Centre, Sainsburys and much more.
• Romford Shopping Hall: This is considered one of the top shopping venues in the vicinity with a collection of over 40 shops
• Main shopping high street: Gidea Park has a main shopping high street that draws plenty of locals and visitors.

Gidea Park benefits from plenty of local green space. Raphael Park is the largest and has a fishing lake, children’s play area, a network of paths to explore and even a miniature railway. The park has a full calendar of events for all ages throughout the year, including Romford Summer Theatre’s open-air performances.

For sports enthusiasts, Gidea Park has its own Golf Club, Tennis Club, Rugby and Cricket Ground and there is a David Lloyd with extensive racquets, gym and leisure facilities.

• Visit Raphael Park: This beautiful park offers picturesque lakes, woodlands, and gardens. You can take a leisurely stroll, have a picnic, or enjoy a game of tennis in this enjoyable setting.
• Explore Romford Market: As the largest street market in the region, Romford Market is a vibrant place to browse through a wide array of stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, homeware, and more.
• Enjoy a show at Queen’s Theatre: Located in nearby Hornchurch, Queen’s Theatre hosts a variety of productions, including plays, musicals, and comedy shows that are well worth a visit.
• Experience Room Lockdown: Ranked as the #1 thing to do in Hornchurch, Room Lockdown offers an exciting escape room experience for those who enjoy that kind of puzzle and challenge.
• Visit Havering Museum: Learn about the rich history of the borough at the Havering Museum in Romford. You can explore exhibitions that delve into the area’s past, from its agricultural roots to its more recent urban development.